American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rock Island, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/27/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry position requiring an active IL RN license, prior travel experience, and proficiency with high-acuity drips and specialized procedures.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) telemetry setting within a hospital system with multiple locations spanning Level 1 through Level 4 trauma centers
- Patient population requires proficiency with chest tubes, femstops, trachs, CBIs, drains, and central lines
- Vasoactive and cardiac drip management required, including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Isuprel, Milrinone, and Argatroban with some titration
- EMR: Epic
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required at the time of consideration; IA RN license also required (proof of application accepted if not yet active)
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- At least 1 prior travel contract preferred
- Experience with high-acuity procedures including chest tubes, trachs, central lines, and vasoactive drip titration
- A supervisory reference from within the past 2 years of employment or contract required
- Driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify at the standard travel pay rate
- Must not have been employed by UnityPoint within the last 12 months
- Travelers are required to work 2 of the 3 winter holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's
- RTO is limited to 1 day during the Thanksgiving week and holiday/New Year's window
- Skills checklist must have been completed within 1 year of consideration
American Traveler Job ID #P-729909. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.